FAQ
Electronic Logging Devices
Mandatory usage of an ELD is dependent on how a company is plated.
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Yes, there are several exemptions that result in a company not needing an ELD.
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The ELD must be synchronized to the CMV’s vehicle.
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To ensure compliancy, only certain ELDs may be utilized.
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It is up to the motor carrier to authorize a driver to operate a CMV for a yard move.
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If stopped for a roadside inspection, the safety official will use the ELD’s display screen or a printout to view the driver’s Electronic Record of Duty Status (eRODS).
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If a driver becomes aware of the fact that an ELD is displaying a malfunction code, they must notify the carrier and record certain information in their RODS.
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The ELD mandate will not change the HOS regulations in place.
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Federal HOS Regulations
Yes. If a driver takes the appropriate off-duty time they may switch cycles, with this off-duty time being dependent on which cycle they are switching from.
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Yes. If a driver takes the appropriate off-duty time they may switch cycles, with this off-duty time being dependent on which cycle they are switching from.
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When driving South of latitude 60⁰N, there are two different cycles that a driver may choose to follow.
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When driving North of latitude 60⁰N, there are two different cycles that a driver may choose to follow.
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No motor carrier shall request, require, or allow a driver to drive, and no driver shall drive after the driver has accumulated…
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No motor carrier shall request, require, or allow a driver to drive, and no driver shall drive after the driver has accumulated…
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Provincial HOS Regulations
Under provincial regulations…
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In certain circumstances, a driver may exceed their driving and on-duty time.
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Off-duty time may be reduced if certain conditions are met.
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A driver must record their reasoning in the remarks section of their daily log.
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The exception only extends to the first location passed.
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No motor carrier shall request, require, or permit a driver to drive, and no driver shall drive a commercial vehicle for more than…
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A situation where safety is at risk or likely to be in jeopardy.
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Western Canada Highway News
Spring 2024 Issue
Ensure you take a moment to read Safety on the Prairies on page 30! This insightful piece was authored by one of our esteemed members from Hopfe Training Centre Incorporated.
Driver of the Month
Viktor Petrenko | May 2024
Congratulations to Viktor Petrenko with Wagoneers X-press Inc. who is the STA Professional Driver of the Month for May 2024!
Wagoneers X-press Inc.
